Aging is a Gift
This is a blog I have wanted to write for a long time. I have observed that as women age, their self-confidence is impacted. We hear a lot these days about our identity being in Christ, not to focus on our identity being in our profession, finances, relationships, or appearance. But we all know that […]
Weighted Down: Jesus Invites You to Walk in Freedom
I love my walks! This time of year is especially beautiful. One thing I have noticed is the trend to wear weighted vests in order to maximize your walk or run workout. Although I am sure they have merit, I think they look cumbersome, and I’m just not interested. But for those of you who […]
Busy, Tired and Spiritually Drained?
Are you busy, tired, spiritually drained? Jesus shows us another way. I’m always thinking about Jesus and how He lived on earth, fully divine and fully human. He had the same needs that we have, and one of the realities is that he did get tired; He needed some space at times to think and […]
How a Grave Mentality Steals Your Hope
It’s post-Easter, but my heart is still engaged with the magnificence of Jesus who died in order for us to be reconciled to the Father; brought to Him; given life by Him, saved. It takes a lot for me to wrap my mind around Jesus walking to the cross in obedience to the Father out […]
Your Life; God’s Story
This morning, in my prayer time with the Lord, I recognized that my prayers are so self-centered. And then I dismissed the thought, thinking that everyone prays prayers for themselves as well as for others. But the next thought that came spoke to my heart: First focus on God’s story, praying for His kingdom to […]
Sitting at His Feet
During my quiet time this week, I asked myself the question: What did you accomplish yesterday? Seemed as though I wasted the entire day, and yet I had started my day armed and ready with a list of things I needed to accomplish. You know those days when you get interrupted at every turn. You […]
Flexible in the Holy Spirit
In recent years, I have tried to live my life with this in mind: Don’t put a period where God has put a comma. I have a confession to make. I like order, but I think I like spontaneity more. I like to come home to a house that looks like I am together. But […]
Grief is the Other Side of Love
Grief is the other side of love. This is what I heard in my heart when I awoke this morning. Hmmm… how does that work? Grief is described as deep sorrow. And love is defined as an intense feeling of deep affection. How could they be opposite ends of a coin? My mother went to […]
How to Find Peace in a Busy and Overwhelming Season
Last week as I was leading a ministry group, I looked out over a group of weary women. I recognized that look; ears listening, but not hearing; eyes seeing but not taking anything in. It is the look of women who are overwhelmed with spinning plates, packed schedules and responsibilities. I recognize the look because […]
A Note to My Younger Self
Dear younger self, A note from God: I want you to know that you really are enough. I gave you just what you need to be successful in life. Striving is unnecessary; believing my promises in my Word is essential. There are days when you may think that you do not have enough talent or […]